AUTHOR Robert Gillespie

Cayman Islands, Which Island Is The Best?

where Are The Cayman Islands Located?

The Cayman Islands are a dependency of the United Kingdom and are located in the western Caribbean, Northwest of Jamaica and South of Cuba.

how Is The Weather In The Cayman Islands?

The Cayman Islands has a tropical climate meaning it is hot all year round. Average temperatures range between 28 and 32 degrees Celsius making it ideal for sun any time of the year. The best time of year to visit the Cayman Islands is between November and April as there is less rainfall in this time and it is slightly cooler so you can explore the islands.

what To Do On The Cayman Islands?

Whether you want to relax on the beach, explore diverse wildlife or even try deep sea fishing, this is the place for you. Just like with any location with so much to see and only a limited amount of time, it can be hard to choose what you want to see. This is even harder because everything is separated across 3 islands. Each island has something different to offer, if you can I would recommend visiting them all. With that been said, that is not always possible, due to time or money constraints. That leaves you with the question, which Cayman Island should I visit?

grand Cayman

Long sandy beaches that lie next to pearlescent blue water, fused with the culture and history of Grand Cayman, makes it an amazing place to visit. If you love nature you will love stingray city, where you can come face to face stingrays and not just one, hence the name. The Cayman turtle centre is a great place to visit as a family and is the largest land-based attraction in the Cayman Islands, with over 500,00 annual visits. As well as just turtles you can find other wildlife including birds and predators. There are several scuba diving and snorkelling spots throughout the island, in which you can enjoy the wildlife that inhabits the island and the surrounding waters. The cherry on top is that you can enjoy duty free shopping while at Grand Cayman and get a bargain on a big brand.

cayman Brac

This island is off the beaten track, with sinkholes and limestone caves that are surrounded by clear waters that make it perfect for diving. Various hiking trails will take you to unique flowers, reptilian habitats and an array of historic sites. The island is home to endangered parrots, brown boobies and peregrine falcons, if you are an avid birdwatcher, you will be in your element here. As well as this, Cayman Brac is a popular launch point for deep sea fishing excursions, with such a variety of fish to catch this is the perfect spot for any fisher.

little Cayman

Only 10 miles long and just 1-mile wide, Little Cayman is the smallest of the 3 islands. Due to its small size there is less than 300 people who live on the island. Sandy beaches line the perimeter of the island and the only sound is that of the wind as it passes through the palm trees. You can’t get much closer to a paradise, if you need a change of pace and want to relax in peace and quiet this is the place to be. If you like diving you will love the 5,000ft deep dive that is Bloody Bay Wall, home to many species this is an experience you won’t forget. 3 islands not enough for you? When visiting Little Cayman, you can jump in a Kayak and visit the unofficial 4th Cayman Island, Owen Island.

how To Travel Around The Different Cayman Islands?

Whatever method you choose to explore the Cayman Islands it is always best to research before you go. If you need to book anything it is best to do so in advance if possible.

Hopefully this blog helps you decide which island best suits your ideal holiday or maybe you are lucky enough to visit all of them. If you choose to visit Grand Cayman and would like to hire a car, we have got you covered. If you would like to book car hire, please contact us to ensure you get the best deal. You can get in touch with us via call, email or by using the live chat function.

Having worked in the car rental industry for over 15 years, he really knows his stuff. Rob heads up our marketing department and as a keen traveller, always has a new location to talk about. Particularly if there is a golf course nearby.

Robert Gillespie

Traveller